How to Operate a Power Saw
Power saws are very useful - and potentially very dangerous. Operate your power saw with care. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Band Saws
- Circular Saws
- Miter Saws
- Reciprocating Saws
- Saber Saws
- Table Saws
Instructions
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Read your owner's manual carefully before operating your power saw.
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Observe all of the safety precautions discussed in your manual.
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Use the safety devices that come with your saw. Blade guards and kick-prevention devices are there for your protection.
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Keep your hands away from the blade.
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Avoid cutting badly warped wood or boards with knots or nails.
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Stand to one side of the blade while it is in motion in case wood is kicked back.
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Tighten all of the power saw's moving parts and remove any loose tools from the work area.
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Unplug the saw before changing blades or making adjustments.
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Be sure that the blades you use are sharp and clean to avoid binding and burning.
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Make sure that nothing around you can serve as a distraction. It only takes a second for the blade to grab the wood and throw it back at you or flip a chip your way.
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Tips & Warnings
Always wear safety goggles and a dust mask when operating a power saw.
